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Day 1 - Mumbai to Bhimashankar Tour by Cab
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple
One of the very famous temples of Lord Shiva in Maharashtra is the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple. This is a temple of incredible spiritual and religious importance. The temple is situated on a hill and is surrounded by hills and mountains. This temple ranks among the foremost temples of Lord Shiva in India. It is a Jyotirlinga temple and is among the 12 Jyotirlinga temples of Lord Shiva which are scattered all over India. The temple has an incredible outer façade and the temple architecture goes back to the 12th century. You will find a typical temple shikhara or spire in this temple with incredible carvings and architecture. The walls of the temple have scenes that depict various chapters from Ramayana, Shiv Purana, Krishna Leela, Dashavatara kata, and others. Mahashivratri is celebrated with great religious events and fervor in this temple. Great rulers of Maharashtra like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Nana Phadnavis have donated generously to the construction of this temple.
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Recommended duration of visit: 90 minutes
Hanuman Lake
Hanuman Lake is very close to Bhimashankar Temple and is full of scenic beauty. The dense forests around the lake are home to various wild animals and birds. If you are lucky, you will spot squirrels and many other forest creatures come to the lake to quench their thirst. The landscape around the lake is scenic and wonderful. You will see hills and forests from this lake and catch a cool breeze and relax for some time at the lake. There is a Hanuman Temple and Anjani Mata Temple nearby which you can visit along with the visit to the lake.
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Recommended duration of visit: 50 minutes
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
One of the best places that you will visit with us on this Mumbai to Bhimashankar Tour by Cab is the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary. This is one of the best places to spot the rare Malabar Giant Squirrel besides a lot of other jungle creatures. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven for bird watchers and you can come here with your binoculars and DSLR cameras and spot exotic birds up on the trees. The rainy season is the best time to visit Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary. You can have a relaxing stroll here amid the surrounding forests and jungles. There are some trees which are very old and are 1000 years old trees. To get more info about Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary and spot the animals here you can hire a local guide or take a guided tour of the wildlife sanctuary.
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Recommended duration of visit: 90 minutes
Ahupe Waterfall
One of the spectacular waterfalls which you will visit during this Bhimashankar Tour by Car is called Ahupe Waterfall. The waterfall is located in dense forests and is a very scenic waterfall in Bhimashankar. The monsoon period and post-monsoon period is the time when the waterfall looks even more gorgeous. The milky white waterfall looks mesmerizing in the backdrop of the green forests and hills. You can a very good view of the backwaters of the Dimbhe Dam from this waterfall. You can also go hiking in the village if you have enough time. This waterfall and the hike are a perfect adventure that you can have during your tour of Bhimashankar by cab.
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Recommended duration of visit: 50 minutes
Manmod Hills
Manmod Hills in Bhimashankar is one of the places where you will find rock-cut inscriptions and ancient Buddhist caves. You can easily reach Manmod Hills by cab on your Same Day Mumbai to Bhimashankar Trip by Cab. The caves and inscriptions are engraved onto a solid rock and have Buddhist themes and art. The region around you is full of lush green jungles where there are many wild animals. If you are lucky you will be able to spot the Shekru, a common creature found here in Maharashtra. The scenic views from the hilltop offer magnificent views of the surrounding valleys, hills, and lush green forests. We will take you to visit the Gupt Bhimashankar which is a small stream flowing nearby. If you have enough time you can also go on the Nagfani Peak Trek. You should attempt this trek only if you have enough trekking and rock climbing experience behind you.
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Recommended duration of visit: 30 minutes
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